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Multi-Use Pathway Now Open for Public Use

On May 3, 2018, two more sections of the new multi-use pathway running east-west through the heart of downtown Burlington opened for public use. The new sections of the pathway stretch from Elizabeth Street to John Street (Phase 2) and John Street to Brant Street (Phase 3).

Features of the completed construction between Elizabeth Street and Brant Street include:

A new second driveway entrance for parking lot 5 from John Street

Resurfaced parking areas, providing improved storm water drainage

The creation of a new 300 m2 public space beside Brant Street with areas for seating, entertainment and access to potable water and electrical connections for special events.

Construction updates

The new bus shelters on John Street are complete and ready for transit customers beginning Monday, Sept. 10, 2018. For more information about bus schedules at these bus stop locations, visit www.burlingtontransit.ca

The new shelters feature a modern glass design with a new bike shelter and bike repair station located nearby on the west side of John Street.

While residents and visitors are encouraged to enjoy the newest sections of the multi-use pathway, short-term disruptions should be anticipated as work to complete the remainder of the project takes place.

More about Portal

In June 2018, Portal, a sculpture by acclaimed Canadian art and design collective Studio F Minus, was installed in the new public space near Brant Street and Elgin Street. Made from two 10-foot-diameter panes of glass, each weighing approximately 725 kilograms (1,600 pounds), the sculpture casts a multicoloured reflection as sunlight bounces off the glass during the day. In the evening, lights inside the sculpture change colour and alternate between reflection and transparency.

Construction Phases

The construction of this project has been divided into four phases to help minimize disruption in the downtown core.

Phase 1 - Pearl Street to Elizabeth Street

Construction work for the first phase of the new pathway was completed on June 9, 2017 and included the installation of a concrete pathway, lighting, bollards and resurfacing of Parking Lot No. 1 (Pearl Street Lot). Decorative elements in this section (e.g. fencing, bike racks, benches) will be added in fall 2017.

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After

Main Squeeze

In June 2018, Main Squeeze, a playful relief sculpture was installed on the fence that runs along the multi-use pathway between Elizabeth Street and Pearl Street. Created by Studio F Minus, the artwork captures the moment of contact between the fence and a colourful, strange material squeezing through its slats.

Phase 2 and 3 - Elizabeth Street to John Street and John Street to Brant Street

The construction for these sections of the pathway began on Sept. 5, 2017. The new sections of the pathway opened for public use on May 3, 2018. More construction to complete the project will take place throughout summer 2018.

Before

Phase 4 - Martha Street to Pearl Street

Construction for this section of the pathway is currently forecasted for construction in 2019.

Funding

On Friday, March 31, 2017, it was announced that the City of Burlington will receive both Canada 150 and Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF) financial support for the design and construction of phase 2 and 3 of this project.

Past Meetings

Phases 2 and 3 - May 2017

Thank you to those who attended the public meeting on May 16 to share your feedback on the proposed concept for phase 2 (Elizabeth Street to John Street) and phase 3 (John Street to Brant Street) of this project.

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